by Jonathan Walter
played on a Sunday morning and the lack of set tee-times led to long queues at the 1st tee. There were a lot of sunday hackers on the course, including some small children. We were following a slow five-ball who had no idea of etiquette, and didn't offer us through despite the fact that we were a fairly fast two-ball. Bunkers were left un-raked and pitch marks were not being repaired. Most annoying of all was the loud chatter of people queuing behind while tee-shots were being taken. I would suggest a dress-code including spikes would deter some of the worst elements from the course - an increase in the green fees would perhaps also help. There is also a policy of hiring bags and clubs which also encourages undesirables. This is all a shame because it is a nicely designed 9 hole course kept in a reasonable condition - but it will not attract the semi-serious golfer until these things are sorted out.

by phil mcneill green staff aat riverside
hi john just to let you know the bunkers are raked each week and re sanded each month plus the round you muct of played was probaly in the eveing becasue clidren will be at school plus semi golfers will be challaged when they come the riverside thanks to the new pond we have put in and the fairways being cut twice a week and the greens being cut twice a week.
thanks phil